A discussion on how AI is reshaping—but not replacing—the work of Instructional Designers. What parts of our jobs are evolving? What remains uniquely human? Here’s my perspective and I’d love to hear yours.
Bethoju Archana Answered question November 25, 2025
AI supports the creation of learning artifacts—scripts, visuals, assessments—but lacks the capability to design learner journeys, interpret user data, or build context-driven scenarios.
IDs still drive learning experience design (LxD), ensuring relevance, clarity, and engagement.
AI takes care of the build, but IDs take care of the brains.
Bethoju Archana Answered question November 25, 2025
AI is automating tasks like drafting objectives, creating outlines, or generating sample content. But it can’t replicate the strategic and human side of ID — understanding learners, mapping business needs, designing experiences, and storytelling. The value of an ID now shifts more toward analysis, curation, creativity, ethics, and quality control, while AI handles speed and volume. IDs become solution designers, not just content creators.